Original European Continental Brass Framed Flintlock Boxlock Vest Pistol with Safety – circa 1800 Original Items

Original Item. Only One Available. This is a great condition brass framed flintlock pocket pistol dating to approximately 1800, originating from the European Continent. It is made very much in the British “Queen Anne” style, and was most likely made in Liège, Belgium, which had a very active gun-making industry at the time.

The weapon measures 7 ½” in overall length with a 3″ smooth bored brass cannon barrel. We checked all over the pistol, but there are no markings of any type that we can see. There are panels on the sides of the “boxlock” action where often a name and location would be engraved, so we figure this was probably made for export, with the intention that the retailer would mark the pistol. The frame, action and barrel are show a lovely yellowed brass patina. The end of the frame is fitted with a beautiful curly walnut or other hardwood grip, which is very nicely tapered for a comfortable feel in the hand.

Mechanically, the action works great, with the hammer holding at half cock and firing at full. It also has a sliding half cock safety, which also serves to lock the frizzen in place over the pan, ensuring that it stays in place, avoiding having the powder spill out, definitely a requirement for vest pocket.

A very nice European flintlock pocket pistol from the turn of the 19th Century or just after. Ready to display!

Specifications:

Year of Manufacture: circa 1800
Bore Diameter: .49″
Ammunition Type: Lead Ball & Powder
Barrel Length: 3 inches
Overall Length: 7 ½ inches
Action: Flintlock Box Lock
Feed System: Muzzle-Loaded

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